Geometric Optics: Theory and Design of Astronomical Optical Systems Using Mathematica (Hardcover)

Preface.- Fermat's Principle and General Considerations Regarding Centered Optical Systems.- Gaussian Optics.- Fermat's Principle and Third-Order Aberrations.- Newtonian and Cassegrain Telescopes.- Cameras for Astronomy.- Compound Cassegrain Telescopes.- Doublets and Triplets.- Other Optical Combinations.- Fermat's Principle and Wavefronts.- Hamiltonian Optics.- Monochromatic Third-Order Abberations.- References.- Index.